Miele F2912VI Installation guide

Operating and Installation

Instructions

Freezer

To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions

before installation or use.

en-US, CA M.-Nr. 11 508 630

Contents

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 5

Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 14

Installation.......................................................................................................... 15

Installation location ............................................................................................. 15

Climate class .................................................................................................. 15

Installation notes ................................................................................................. 16

Adjoining cabinetry/units................................................................................ 16

Load-bearing capacity of the niche floor ....................................................... 17

Ventilation....................................................................................................... 17

Door hinge...................................................................................................... 17

Side-by-side................................................................................................... 18

Specifications for the plumbed water connection............................................... 19

Installation dimensions........................................................................................ 20

Position of the electrical and plumbed water connections ............................ 20

Dimensions when the appliance door is open (opening angle 115°) ............. 23

Dimensions of the cabinet front .......................................................................... 25

Building in the appliance ..................................................................................... 26

Before starting................................................................................................ 26

Tools required................................................................................................. 26

Weight of cabinet front ................................................................................... 27

Aligning the installation niche......................................................................... 27

Checking the installation niche ...................................................................... 27

Before installation........................................................................................... 28

Preparing the installation niche ...................................................................... 30

Pushing the appliance into the niche ............................................................. 32

Aligning the refrigeration appliance................................................................ 34

Securing the appliance in the niche ............................................................... 37

Preparing the cabinet fronts........................................................................... 38

Securing and aligning the cabinet front ......................................................... 42

Securing the covers ....................................................................................... 46

Securing the toe-kick ventilation grille and toe-kick cover ............................ 48

Water connection ................................................................................................ 49

Information on the fresh water connection .................................................... 49

Installing the water hose to the appliance...................................................... 50

Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 51

Saving energy .................................................................................................... 53

Guide to the appliance...................................................................................... 55

F2412Vi ............................................................................................................. 55

F2802Vi, F2812Vi, F2902Vi, F2912Vi .......................................................... 56

Main screen......................................................................................................... 57

Contents

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Settings mode ................................................................................................ 58

Accessories ....................................................................................................... 60

Accessories supplied .......................................................................................... 60

Optional accessories........................................................................................... 60

Before first use .................................................................................................. 62

Choosing the right Door Assistant (Push2Open/Pull2Open) ........................ 62

Operating the refrigeration appliance.................................................................. 63

Starting up for the first time ........................................................................... 64

Switching on and off ......................................................................................... 65

Switching off for longer periods of time .............................................................. 66

Selecting additional settings............................................................................ 67

Switching Keypad Lock/ on or off .............................................................. 67

Switching Eco Mode on or off........................................................................ 68

Performing a Self Test..................................................................................... 69

Switching on the Door Assistant ..................................................................... 70

Switching off the Door Assistant ..................................................................... 72

Setting up Miele@home ...................................................................................... 72

Switching off Demo Mode................................................................................ 76

Resetting the settings to their default settings.............................................. 77

Switching Sabbath Mode on or off .................................................................. 79

Switching on, switching off, or resetting the Water Filter Display.................. 80

The correct temperature................................................................................... 82

Setting the temperature....................................................................................... 82

Temperature range ......................................................................................... 83

Using SuperFrost............................................................................................... 84

Temperature and door alarm............................................................................ 85

Adjusting the interior fittings............................................................................ 87

Removing or moving the door shelves................................................................ 87

Removing or moving the shelves ........................................................................ 87

Removing the shelf above the ice maker ............................................................ 88

Removing the freezer baskets............................................................................. 88

Removing the ice container................................................................................. 89

Freezing and storing food................................................................................. 91

Maximum freezing capacity ................................................................................ 91

What happens when you freeze fresh food?....................................................... 91

Storing frozen food.............................................................................................. 91

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Home freezing ..................................................................................................... 92

Placing food in the freezer................................................................................... 93

Making ice cubes .............................................................................................. 95

Automatic defrosting ........................................................................................ 97

Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 98

Cleaning agents................................................................................................... 98

Before cleaning the appliance............................................................................. 99

Interior and accessories ...................................................................................... 99

Cleaning the door seal ........................................................................................ 100

Cleaning the ventilation gaps .............................................................................. 100

Cleaning the water filter (IntensiveClear 2.0 mesh filter) (see “Optional acces-

sories”) ................................................................................................................ 100

After cleaning ...................................................................................................... 102

Water filter.......................................................................................................... 103

Changing the water filter ..................................................................................... 104

Using an external water filter............................................................................... 105

Lead-free certificate ............................................................................................ 108

Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 109

Causes of noises ............................................................................................... 119

Customer Service.............................................................................................. 120

Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 120

Appliance warranty and product registration ...................................................... 120

Declaration of conformity................................................................................. 121

Copyrights and licenses ................................................................................... 122

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety require-

ments. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and

material damage.

Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully be-

fore using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They con-

tain important information on safety, installation, use, and mainte-

nance. This is to protect yourself from injury, and from damaging

your refrigeration appliance.

Miele expressly and strongly advises that you read and follow the

instructions in the chapter on installing the refrigeration appliance,

as well as the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-

compliance with these instructions.

Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any

future owner.

 Risk of injury and damage due to tipping refrigeration appli-

ance.

This refrigeration appliance is very heavy and can tip forward when

the door is open.

Keep the appliance door shut until the refrigeration appliance has

been built in and secured in its housing in accordance with the op-

erating and installation instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Appropriate use

 This appliance is intended for use in domestic households and

similar residential environments such as

– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environ-

ments

– farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential

type environments

– bed and breakfast type environments

– catering and similar non-retail applications.

This appliance is not intended for use outdoors, in damp environ-

ments or in places exposed to rain.

 This appliance is intended exclusively for domestic use to store

deep-frozen food, freeze fresh food, and make ice.

Any other usage is at the owner's risk and could be dangerous.

 This refrigeration appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping

cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations, or other simi-

lar substances or products that are subject to the Medical Device Di-

rective. Incorrect use of the refrigeration appliance for such purposes

may cause deterioration of the items stored. The refrigeration appli-

ance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of ex-

plosion.

Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or

improper use or operation.

 This refrigeration appliance may only be used by people (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or

lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised while using

it.

The refrigeration appliance may only be used by these people with-

out supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way

and recognize and understand the consequences of incorrect opera-

tion.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Safety with children

 To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in, on or

near the appliance.

 The door hinges can cause injury. Keep children well away at all

times.

 Ensure that any packing material is disposed of safely and kept

out of the reach of children. DANGER of suffocation!

 Risk of death. Please bear in mind that by removing the dividing

panel in the large freezer basket, children may be tempted to climb

inside.

Technical safety

 The coolant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration

appliance complies with statutory and regulatory requirements.

 This refrigeration appliance contains the coolant Isobutane

(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is

combustible, it does not damage the ozone layer and does not con-

tribute to the greenhouse effect.

The use of this coolant has, however, led to a slight increase in the

noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the compres-

sor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around the cooling

circuit. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but it does not affect

the performance of the refrigeration appliance.

When transporting and installing the refrigeration appliance, ensure

that no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged. Splashes of coolant

can damage the eyes.

In the event of damage:

- Avoid open flames or anything which creates a spark.

- Disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the power supply.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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- Ventilate the room where the refrigeration appliance is located for

several minutes.

- Contact Miele Customer Service.

 The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger

the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the ap-

pliance is in a small room, there is the danger of a combustible gas/

air mixture building up. For every 11g of coolant, at least 1m

3

of

room space is required. The amount of coolant in the refrigeration

appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.

 To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the

connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data

plate corresponds to the household supply.

Check that this is the case before connecting the appliance. Consult

a qualified electrician if in any doubt.

 The electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed

when correctly grounded. It is essential that this standard safety re-

quirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical installa-

tion tested by a qualified electrician.

 Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured

if it has been connected to the electricity supply.

 The outlet must not be concealed behind the appliance and must

be easily accessible so that the appliance can be quickly discon-

nected from the electrical supply in case of an emergency.

 If the power cord supplied is damaged, it must only be replaced

by an original part to prevent a hazard for the user. Miele can only

guarantee the safety of the appliance when original Miele parts are

used.

 The electrical outlet must be properly grounded.

 Do not connect the appliance to the electrical supply with a power

bar or extension cord. These are a fire hazard and do not guarantee

the required safety of the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 If moisture gets into electrical components or into the power cord,

it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not operate the machine

in areas where there may be moisture or splashing water (e.g.,

garages, laundry rooms).

 This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile in-

stallations (e.g. on a ship).

 Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check

the appliance for visible signs of damage.

 For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used after it has

been built in.

 The machine must be disconnected from the power supply during

installation, maintenance, and repair work, and installation work on

the fresh water connection. The machine is only completely isolated

from the power supply when:

- the fuses have been switched off, or

- the circuit breaker has been removed completely, or

- the power cord has been unplugged. Pull on the plug and not on

the power cord when disconnecting it from the power supply.

 Unauthorized installation, maintenance, and repairs, or a faulty

fresh water connection can cause considerable danger for the user.

Installation, maintenance, and repairs, installation work on the fresh

water connection, and all repairs on the ice/water outlet must only

ever be carried out by a Miele authorized technician.

 Any manufacturer's warranty will be void if the appliance is not re-

paired by a Miele approved service technician.

 Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele re-

placement parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety standards of

the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.

 Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by a faulty con-

nection to the fresh water supply.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 The ice cube maker must only be connected to a cold water line.

 DANGER of injury! Never tamper with the movable components

on the ice cube maker or the element on the ice cube maker.

Correct use

 The refrigeration appliance is designed for use within a specific

climate class (room temperature range). Do not use in a climate class

for which it is not designed. A lower room temperature will cause the

compressor to switch off for longer periods, meaning that the refrig-

eration appliance is unable to maintain the required temperature.

 WARNING! DANGER of overheating! Do not cover or block the air

vents. This can impair the efficiency of the appliance, increase the

power consumption and cause damage to the appliance.

 If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance,

make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic compo-

nents as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.

 Risk of fire and explosion. Do not store any explosive materials or

products containing flammable propellants (e.g., spray cans) in the

appliance. Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of

gases to ignite.

 Risk of explosion. Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.,

an electric ice-cream maker) inside the refrigeration appliance. Risk

of sparking and explosion.

 Risk of injury and damage. Do not store cans or bottles containing

carbonated drinks or liquids which could freeze in the freezer zone.

Otherwise they could burst.

 Risk of injury and damage. When chilling drinks in the freezer

zone, make sure that bottles are not left in for more than one hour.

Otherwise they could burst.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 Risk of injury. Never handle frozen food or the metal parts of the

appliance with wet hands. Your hands may freeze to the frozen food

or to the metal.

 Risk of injury. Do not take ice cubes out with your bare hands and

never place ice cubes or ice pops in your mouth straight from the

freezer section. The very low temperature of the frozen food can

cause frost burn to the lips and tongue.

 Do not refreeze partially or fully defrosted food. Consume de-

frosted food as soon as possible, as it will lose its nutritional value

and spoil if left for too long. Defrosted food may only be refrozen af-

ter it has been cooked.

 When eating stored food, there is a danger of food poisoning.

Storage times will depend on several factors, including the freshness

and quality of the food, as well as the temperature at which it is

stored. Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage in-

structions.

 Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from

other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Cleaning and maintenance

 Do not use any oil or grease on the door seals.

They can cause the seals to deteriorate over time.

 Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.

The steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short

circuit.

 Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator, caus-

ing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged or

pointed objects to

- remove frost or ice,

- separate frozen foods or remove ice trays.

 Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost

it. These can damage the plastic parts.

 Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain

substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might

cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Transport

 To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and

in its packaging.

 Risk of injury and damage. The refrigeration appliance is very

heavy and must be transported by 2people.

Disposal of your old appliance

 Children could become trapped in the machine and could suffo-

cate.

- Remove the machine doors.

- Remove the drawers.

- Leave the adjustable shelves in the machine so children cannot

climb inside.

 DANGER of electric shock!

- Cut the plug off the power cord.

- Cut the power cord off the old appliance.

 Dispose of them separately from the appliance.

 Ensure that the appliance is not stored in the vicinity of gasoline or

inflammable gases and liquids during and after disposal.

 Make sure that the coolant pipework is not damaged during dis-

posal to avoid uncontrolled leakage of oil and coolant (see data plate

for coolant type).

 Splashes of coolant can cause damage to the eyes. Be careful not

to damage any part of the pipework while awaiting disposal, e.g. by

- puncturing the coolant channels in the evaporator,

- kinking any pipework,

- scratching the surface coating.

Caring for the environment

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Disposal of packaging material

The packaging is designed to protect

the appliance from damage during

transportation. The packaging materials

used are selected from materials which

are environmentally friendly for disposal

and should be recycled.

Ensure that any plastic wrappings,

bags, etc. are disposed of safely and

kept out of the reach of children. Return

the packaging to your dealer.

Disposing of your old appli-

ance

Electronic and electrical appliances

contain many valuable materials. They

also contain certain materials, com-

pounds, and components which were

essential for their correct functioning

and safety. These could be hazardous

to your health and to the environment if

disposed of with general waste or if

handled incorrectly. Please do not,

therefore, dispose of your old appliance

with general waste.

Instead, please make use of officially

designated collection and disposal

points to dispose of and recycle electri-

cal and electronic appliances. By law,

you are solely responsible for deleting

any personal data from the appliance

prior to disposal.

Take care not to damage your refrigera-

tion appliance’s pipework before or dur-

ing transportation to an authorized col-

lection depot.

This is to ensure that coolant in the

cooling circuit and oil in the compressor

is contained, and will not leak into the

environment.

Please ensure that your old appliance

poses no risk to children while being

stored for disposal. For additional infor-

mation, see “IMPORTANT SAFETY IN-

STRUCTIONS” in these operating and

installation instructions.

Installation

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Installation location

This appliance should be installed in a

dry, well-ventilated room.

When deciding where to install your re-

frigeration appliance, please bear in

mind that it will use more energy if in-

stalled near to a heater, a range, or an-

other appliance that gives off heat. Di-

rect sunlight should also be avoided.

The higher the room temperature, the

longer the compressor runs and the

higher the energy consumption of the

refrigeration appliance.

When installing the refrigeration appli-

ance, please note the following:

- The electrical socket must be easily

accessible in an emergency and not

concealed behind the appliance.

- The plug and power cord must not

touch the rear of the refrigeration ap-

pliance as they could be damaged by

vibrations from the appliance.

- Do not plug in other appliances be-

hind the refrigeration appliance.

If installation near a heat source is un-

avoidable, observe the following mini-

mum distances between the appliance

and the heat source:

- At least 1 1/4" (3cm)

to electric or gas stoves

- At least 11 3/4" (30cm)

to oil or coal-based stoves

If it is not possible to observe these

minimum distances, an isolation plate

must be installed between the refrigera-

tion appliance and the heat source.

Climate class

The refrigeration appliance is designed

for use within the climate class (room

temperature range) SN-T. Do not use in

a climate class for which it is not de-

signed.

Climate class Room tempera-

ture

SN 50°F to 90°F /

10°C to 32°C

N 60°F to 90°F /

+16°C to +32°C

ST 60°F to 100°F /

+16to +38°C

T 60°F to 109°F /

+16to +43°C

A lower room temperature will cause

the compressor to switch off for longer

periods. This can cause the internal

temperature in the refrigeration appli-

ance to rise with the risk of food deteri-

orating and going off.

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 Risk of damage due to high hu-

midity.

In environments with high humidity,

condensation can build up on exter-

nal refrigeration appliance panels,

which can cause corrosion.

Install the refrigeration appliance in a

dry and/or air-conditioned room with

sufficient ventilation.

After installation, make sure that the

appliance door closes properly, the

ventilation gaps are not covered, and

the refrigeration appliance has been

installed in accordance with these

operating and installation instruc-

tions.

Installation notes

 Risk of damage and injury due to

the refrigeration appliance tipping

over.

This refrigeration appliance is very

heavy and can tip forwards when the

appliance door(s) is (are) open.

Keep the appliance door(s) shut until

the refrigeration appliance has been

built in and secured in its housing in

accordance with these operating and

installation instructions.

Due to its weight and size, the refrig-

eration appliance must be installed

by two people.

Adjoining cabinetry/units

The appliance is screwed to the adjoin-

ing cabinetry/units to the side and

above. For this reason, it is essential

that all cabinets/units are fixed to the

ground and/or wall.

Installation

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Load-bearing capacity of the niche

floor

To ensure the safe installation of the re-

frigeration appliance and to guarantee

its correct functioning, the floor of the

niche where the appliance is to be in-

stalled must be smooth and even.

It must be made from strong, rigid ma-

terial.

Because the refrigeration appliance is

extremely heavy when fully loaded, it is

essential that the floor it stands on is

able to bear its weight. If necessary,

seek the advice of an architect or con-

struction expert.

When fully loaded, the weight of the re-

frigeration appliance is approx.:

F 2412 Vi 575 lbs

(261 kg)

F 28x2 Vi 811 lbs

(368 kg)

F 29x2 Vi 939 lbs

(426 kg)

Ventilation

 Risk of fire and damage due to

insufficient ventilation.

If the refrigeration appliance is not

ventilated sufficiently, the compres-

sor will run more frequently and for

longer periods.

This causes increased energy con-

sumption and an increased com-

pressor operating temperature,

which can result in damage to the

compressor.

Please ensure that there is adequate

ventilation around the refrigeration

appliance.

Do not block the ventilation gaps.

The ventilation gaps must never be

obstructed.

Door hinge

 Risk of damage and injury when

changing the door hinges.

Changing the door hinges single-

handedly can cause damage to the

appliance and injury.

The refrigeration appliance is sup-

plied with a fixed hinge. On no ac-

count should you attempt to change

the door hinge yourself.

If you need to change the door hinge

to the other side, please contact the

Miele Service department.

Installation

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Side-by-side

This appliance can be installed side-by-

side with another refrigeration appli-

ance. The following overview will show

you which side-by-side installation op-

tions you have with your refrigeration

appliance.

Depending on the installation situa-

tion, you will need the side-by-side in-

stallation kit for side-by-side installa-

tion (see “Accessories – Optional ac-

cessories”).

Instructions for installing refrigeration

appliances side-by-side can be found

in the side-by-side installation kit in-

stallation instructions.

. . . with partition wall

The wall a between the side-by-side

appliances must be at least

5/8" (16mm) thick.

If the door hinges of the refrigeration

appliances are next to each other,

you must take into account the thick-

ness of the cabinet fronts and door

handles so that the appliance doors

do not collide and become damaged

if they are opened at the same time.

The refrigeration appliances are secured

individually in their installation niche us-

ing the supplied installation material.

If the partition wall a is narrower than

6 5/16" (160mm), you will need the

side panel heater from the side-by-side

installation kit to prevent condensation

from forming and any resulting damage.

When planning installation niches,

please note that the niche into which

the refrigeration appliance with the

side panel heater is installed must be

3/16" (4mm) wider (see “Installation

– Building-in dimensions”).

If the partition wall a is thicker than

6 5/16" (160mm), you do not need the

side-by-side installation kit, nor the side

panel heater.

Installation

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. . .without partition wall

If the appliances are to be installed next

to each other without a partition wall

between them, they will need to be

joined together with the side-by-side in-

stallation kit. In addition, you must in-

stall the side panel heater to prevent

condensation from forming and any re-

sulting damage.

Specifications for the plumbed

water connection

- Connection to the water supply must

comply with the applicable regula-

tions in the country where the appli-

ance is being installed.

All appliances and systems used to

supply water to the refrigeration ap-

pliance must also comply with the

applicable regulations in the respec-

tive country.

- The appliance may only be con-

nected to the plumbed water connec-

tion by qualified technicians.

- The quality of the incoming water

must conform to the requirements for

drinking water in the country where

the refrigeration appliance is being

used.

- Connect the water hose to the fresh

water supply and avoid connection to

a water supply in which the water

might stagnate.

- The appliance is only suitable for

connection to a cold water line.

- The water pressure must be between

29psi and 116psi (2 and 8bar).

- A faucet must be provided between

the water hose and the plumbed wa-

ter connection to ensure that the wa-

ter supply can be cut off if necessary.

- Make sure that the faucet is still ac-

cessible after the appliance has been

installed.

Installation

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Installation dimensions

Position of the electrical and plumbed water connections

- The electrical connection must not be positioned higher than 9" (228 mm) above

the floor.

- The 1/4" (6 mm) plumbed water connection should not be positioned higher

than 2" (50 mm) above the floor.

The electrical socket must not be concealed behind the appliance and must be

easily accessible in an emergency.

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